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Dining options in Seattle add another degree to summer 05.03.16

Summer is fast approaching and restaurants are busy preparing their patios, creating delicious menus with seasonal summer ingredients and making innovative beverages. The vast multitude of outdoor dining options around Seattle means locals can enjoy the summer sun, from a light snack to a sunset dinner.

Agrodolce

Experience a taste of Italy while relaxing and absorbing Seattle’s summer sun on the beautiful and casual patio at Agrodolce. Based in Freemont, the restaurant re-creates Italy’s coastal cuisine with the best organic ingredients in the area.

The menu at Agrodolce comprises of many beverages, alcoholic and non-alcoholic, with exciting colors and presentations that scream summer. Some summer-inspired beverages include: Campari & Soda, Aperol Spritz and Vodka Dolce.

Guests at Agrodolce can also enjoy a happy hour menu starting at $4, from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. daily that includes Mini Lamb Burger & Polenta Fries, Vegetable Fritto Misto and the Antipasti Plate.

For reservations visit agrodolcerestaurant.net or call 206.547.9707. Agrodolce is located in Fremont at 709 N. 35th St., Seattle.

Golden Beetle

Drawing from Turkey, Israel and Egypt, Golden Beetle is the perfect place to explore the wonders of the Mediterranean during the summer months, while relaxing in the shade or enjoying the sun on the restaurant’s newly refinished patio.

Golden Beetle’s delicious seasonal cocktails are fashioned with house made bitters, tinctures, sodas, garnishes and infusions to create unique flavors. Notable cocktails and beverages include the Paradiso Cooler, The Duneagle and the Rosemary Margarita. There are also non-alcoholic options including the House-made Orange Vanilla Chamomile Soda.

Golden Beetle is well known for happy hour, from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. daily. Starting at $3, options include Spicy Hummus & Pita Chips, long-time guest favorite Savory Chickpea & Lemon Stew or light, fresh and spicy Carrot and Kale Salad.

For more information, visit golden-beetle.com or call 206.706.2977. Golden Beetle is located in Ballard at 1744 NW Market St., Seattle.

Tilth

Be treated like family, savor the summer weather and dine on New American cuisine on the garden patio at Tilth. With 8 wooden tables and rows of greenery, the patio is the perfect place to enjoy brunch, a cocktail, or dinner on a beautiful summer night. There is also an indoor sunroom for those seeking the view of the outdoors with the comfort of an indoor atmosphere.

The restaurant takes pride in the beverages it serves. Cocktails include Limonada Romero, Ernest on the Beach and Bonny Prince Charming. The seasonal dinner menu, starting at $9, includes House Made Gnocchi, Skagit River Ranch Pork Loin and Pan Seared Weathervane Scallop.

Reservations can be made by calling Tilth at 206.633.0801 or online at tilthrestaurant.com Tilth is located in Wallingford at 141 N. 45th St., Seattle.

Altstadt

Experience German culture, history and cuisine during the summer at Altstadt, located in Pioneer Square. While the indoor bierhalle has plenty of seating, the sidewalk patio fronting 1^st Avenue promises great people watching, especially on game days just steps from the stadiums.

The restaurant serves a range of German dishes created with a Northwest pantry, including happy hour items starting at $5. Served 3-6 p.m. daily, except game days, guests can enjoy Obazta, a camembert and cream cheese ball, or a Brat slider served on a pretzel bun, both house-made.

Cocktails are enjoyed in Seattle and at Altstadt, it’s no exception. While beer is the big draw, cocktails such as Französisch (Bertina elderflower liqueur, gin, grapefruit, Maisel & Friends Pale Ale) and Rhabarber Collins (Blanco tequila, lime, agave and rhubarb) won’t disappoint.

For more information, visit altstadtseattle.com or call 206.602.6442. Altstadt is located in Pioneer Square at 209 1^st Avenue South, Seattle.

Volterra

Guests will be transported from Ballard to the beautiful Tuscan sun on the patio at Volterra. Noted for its relaxing garden-like appeal, it’s the perfect place to enjoy house-made Italian cuisine.

The Tuscan-inspired menu puts together a combination of imported and local ingredients that create a variety of unique and seasonal dishes. It includes a number of excellent summer-inspired beverages including Tuscan Limoncello Rosemary Drop, Grapefruit Negroni #2 and Clementine Sparkle.

Volterra’s happy hour menu starting at $4, from 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. on weekdays and 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. on weekends includes Pan Seared Scallop, Polenta and Wild Mushroom and Super Smoked Chicken Wings.

Volterra is located at 5411 Ballard Ave. NW., Seattle. Reservations can be made at volterraballard.com or by calling 206.789.5100.

Ray’s Boathouse & Café

Boasting amazing views of the Puget Sound and the Olympic Mountains, Ray’s Boathouse and Café is the place to be during the summer.

Ray’s Café features a large outdoor patio where guests can enjoy the warm weather and the view, while dining on seasonal dishes and drinking a selection of summer-inspired cocktails, and 20 microbrews on tap. Other notable beverages include the non-alcoholic Sunset Cooler, and fruity cocktails such as the Rosemary Grapefruit Drop and White Peach Cosmo.

Happy hour from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. daily, with dishes starting at $5, include Penn Cove Mussels Marinara, Salmon Sliders and Blackened Ahi Tostada.

Downstairs in the Boathouse, take in stunning floor to ceiling views of the Sound, sip on handcrafted cocktails like the Champs-Élysées and Jungle Bird, as well as an excellent local wine list. Guests can compliment their beverage with seasonal items on the Boathouse happy hour menu from 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. including Little Skookum Clam Dip, Steamed Manila Clams and Puget Sound Mediterranean Mussels, starting at $7.

For Boathouse reservations, call 206.789.3770 or visit rays.com/rays-boathouse-reservation. For Café reservations, call 206.782.0094 or visit rays.com/rays-cafe-reservation. Ray’s Boathouse and Café are located just outside Ballard at 6049 Seaview Ave. NW, Seattle.

Bell + Whete Gastropub + Events

The large sidewalk patio at Bell + Whete Gastropub + Events in Belltown is the perfect place to enjoy Seattle’s sun while consuming excellent dishes like house-made sausages or drinking a cold one from their 66 taps. The patio features large roll-up doors around the perimeter of the restaurant, bringing the outdoors in for those sitting inside. Guests can also make use of the patio’s overhang and relax in some shade.

Bell + Whete serves brunch and dinner as well as a seasonal happy hour outdoors. Happy hour, starting at $4 and from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. includes options like Red Harissa Mussels, House Ground Steak Burger and Cod Brandade. Guests can compliment their meal with the restaurant’s vast selection of beverages such as whiskey, fine gins and seasonal cocktails. Notable summer cocktails include Fresa Diabla, Rose Royale and Lady Eleanor.

Reservations can be made at bellandwhete.com or by calling 206.538.0180. Bell + Whete Gastropub + Events is located at 200 Bell St, Seattle

Cafe Flora

Seattle’s best vegetarian restaurant offers delicious breakfast, lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch menus to enjoy al fresco in the summer months. Guests can dine while sitting in Cafe Flora’s outdoor patio, located in a quant and welcoming garden. The patio features outdoor lights, an herb garden and more that Cafe Flora plants and harvests for their summer menus.

Meals can be complimented with an assortment of beverages like local wine, beer and cider, as well as seasonal cocktails like Flower Child, Oxacan Sand and house-made Fizzes with seasonal summer fruits and herbs.

Cafe Flora is located at 2901 E. Madison St., Seattle. Visit cafeflora.com for more information.

Local 360 Café & Bar

At Local 360 Café & Bar, downtown diners can enjoy food and beverages made from ingredients sourced within 360 miles of Seattle. Their sidewalk patio provides a front row seat to First Avenue and Bell Street, just blocks from Pike Place Market. While relaxing in the sun, diners can enjoy the most comprehensive, locally sourced spirits collection in Washington State, local beer, wine and seasonal cocktails with names highlighting the city. Notable cocktails include Seattle’s Seasonal Shrub, Sage in the City and Jet Stream.

Guests can have lunch, dinner, happy hour or weekend brunch on the patio. Happy hour from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. daily includes Oysters on the Half Shell for $1 each, Poutine with Lamb Neck Gravy, Chilled Beets and Bacon Deviled Eggs.

Local 360 is located in Belltown at 2234 1st Ave., Seattle. Reservations can be made at local360.org or by calling 206.441.9460.

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Celebrate Mother’s Day with Festive Brunch, Dinner, Cocktails + Cooking Classes, May 8 04.28.16

With Mother’s day approaching, Seattle and Bellevue’s favorite food spots are gearing up to celebrate motherhood and thank moms for all they do with holiday brunch, dinner, cocktails, and cooking classes.

Eden Hill

This Mother’s Day, skip morning brunch and take Mom to indulge in a three-course dinner at Eden Hill, a deliciously innovative New American restaurant in Queen Anne. Chef Maximillian Petty has crafted a special prix fixe menu only for Mother’s Day for $45 per guest with an optional wine pairing for $20 per guest.

With two options under each course, Eden Hill’s Mother’s Day menu includes:

–Beef Tartare with poached egg yolk, caper, pickled onion, sourdough and mustard

–Halibut Cheek with wild garlic chimichurri, lemongrass and roasted salsify

–Dark Chocolate Sorbet with orange mint marshmallow and toasted faro graham cracker

The full Mother’s Day menu can be viewed online. Reservations can be made by visiting edenhillrestaurant.com or by calling 206.708.6836. Eden Hill is located at 2209 Queen Anne Avenue North, Seattle.

Ray’s Boathouse & Café

Treat Mom to gorgeous waterfront views and fresh, flavorful fare at Ray’s Boathouse & Café. The iconic restaurant is offering plenty of options for families to choose from this year.

Boathouse – Brunch and Dinner

From 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. the Boathouse will be serving some of their best-selling appetizers, spring salads and seasonal entrées along with special a la carte brunch items. From 3 p.m. to 9 p.m., treat mom to the Boathouse’s excellent dinner menu with Roasted Sablefish in Sake Kasu, Sautéed Garlic Prawn Yakisoba, Butter Poached Maine Lobster, and a glass of her favorite wine.

Café – Brunch and Dinner

The Café will be offering their grand holiday buffet with an impressive selection of seasonal appetizers, salads, entrées and decadent desserts as well as Ray’s traditional Carving and Shellfish stations with options of Roasted RR Ranch Prime Rib, Snow Crab Legs, and Oysters on the half shell. There will also be breakfast and brunch items like Eggs Benedict, Brioche French toast, and Uli’s breakfast sausage. The Café Buffet starts at 9 a.m. with the last seating at 2 p.m. The Buffet is $55 per guest, $25 for children ages five to 11. Children under age five dine free. From 3 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. guests can enjoy the traditional Café dinner menu with Grilled King Salmon, Dungeness Crab Cakes, Seared Scallops, and more.

Boathouse reservations are strongly recommended and can be made by calling 206.789.3770 or by visiting rays.com/rays-boathouse-reservation.html. Café reservations are also strongly recommended and can be made by calling 206.782.0094 or by visiting rays.com/rays-cafe-reservation.html. Ray’s Boathouse and Café are located in Ballard at 6049 Seaview Avenue Northwest, Seattle.

Whisk

Whisk, the kitchenware, bakeware, barware and unique tabletop retailer and cooking class venue, has plenty of deliciously fun classes to choose from leading up to Mother’s Day! Whether you want to treat mom to breakfast in bed or indulge her hobby of cooking with a cooking class, Whisk has several options that are a perfect fit for every mom.

–The Perfect Brunch, April 30- A hands-on class where students will learn techniques for creating a tasty mix of both sweet and savory dishes perfect for “wow”-ing mom on Mother’s Day. Guests can expect to learn how to create Applewood Smoked bacon and Kale Frittatas, Thyme Asiago Potato Stacks and more. The course runs from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and costs $95 per person.

–Make Mom Breakfast (8 years+), May 1- Learn how to make Mom a breakfast she’ll never forget this Mother’s Day. Students will practice knife skills as they learn to make a Fresh Fruit Salad, Carrot and Walnut Muffins, Home-made Granola and more. The course runs from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and costs $95 for one adult and one child eight years or older.

–Afternoon Tea- Mommy and Me (8 years+), May 8- What better way to spend Mother’s Day than learning to bake delightful old-fashioned tea party goodies? In this hands-on class, cookbook author, Gill Dey, will teach guests how to make elegant Salmon Pinwheel Sandwiches, light Fresh Cream Scones and more. The course runs from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. and costs $75 for one adult and one child eight years or older.

–The Mother’s Day Three-Course Dinner, May 8- Treat Mom to a cooking class at Whisk and learn to make a restaurant-quality three-course dinner together with the help of chef Aaron Tekulve, a recent contestant on Chopped . Students will learn how to create
Chinook Salmon with baby fennel, asparagus, morels and lemon crème fraiche and more. This course runs from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. and costs $110 per person.

Classes must be booked in advanced by visiting whiskcooks.com/classes or calling 425. 922.9575. Whisk is located at 10385 Main Street, Bellevue, 98004.

Local 360 Cafe & Bar

If only the freshest local and sustainable ingredients will do for Mom this Mother’s Day, take her to Local 360 for a brunch she’ll be talking about it for years to come. Along with their regular brunch menu, Local 360 will be offering two holiday brunch items from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m:

–Pleasant View Farms Duck Confit with dandelion greens and tart cherry gastrique,$22.

–Dungeness Crab and Field Asparagus Biscuit Benedict, $18.

To view their full brunch menu and make reservations, visit local360.org or call 206.441.9360. Local 360 Cafe & Bar is located in Belltown at 2234 1st Avenue, Seattle.

Golden Beetle

Rooted in the culinary styles of the Mediterranean and using the best organic and seasonal ingredients, Golden Beetle is a one-of-a-kind location for this year’s Mother’s Day festivities.

Start the celebration early with a Garden Party Cocktail Class on Saturday, May 7, 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. For $75 per person, guests can enjoy their own garden-themed cocktail class with light snacks provided by Golden Beetle. Cocktails will focus on what’s fresh from the local Farmers Market this spring, such as a berry mojito, lemon verbena martini, and a rhubarb cocktail.

On May 8, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., a bright and bold three-course Mother’s Day brunch menu created by award-winning chef Maria Hines will be featured for $25 per person. Options include:

–House-made Yogurt with Fruit with honey, mint and walnut

–Spring Onion and Asparagus Scramble with romesco puree, white cheddar and beef-fat fried potato

–Spiced Donuts with honey syrup, cardamom and cinnamon

The full menu can be viewed here. Reservations for both Mother’s Day festivities are recommended and can be made by calling 206.706.2977. Golden Beetle is located in Ballard at 1744 NW Market Street, Seattle.

Cafe Flora

The whole family can celebrate Mother’s Day at Cafe Flora, Seattle’s premier spot for vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free dining. From 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. a three-course, prix fixe brunch menu will be available for $40 per person along with a dedicated kids menu for $15 per child.

The special menu offers hearty and healthy options including:

-Cafe Flora’s signature House made Pastry Basket with petite croissants, strawberry ginger poppy seed scones, lemon curd and rhubarb jam.

–Spring Asparagus Benedict -Tieton Farm eggs, poached and served atop sweet potato latkes with balsamic tossed arugula, crispy smoked eggplant chips in hollandaise sauce and asparagus.

–Tres Leches Cake -vanilla sponge, toasted coconut, roasted pineapple, rum, whipped cream and strawberries.

The full menu can be viewed here. Reservations are required on Mother’s Day and can be made by calling 206.325.9100. Cafe Flora is located at 2901 E. Madison Street, Seattle.

Agrodolce

Nestled in the heart of Seattle’s Fremont neighborhood, Agrodolce features Italian coastal cuisine perfect for a Mother’s Day brunch to remember. James Beard Award-winning chef Maria Hines has created a holiday three-course prix fixe brunch menu for $30 per person that will be served from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The Mother’s Day brunch menu includes both sweet and savory options:

–Spring Onion Zeppoli with zucchini and preserved lemon yogurt

–Aspen Hollow Lamb Sausage Hash with asparagus, morels and a sunny-side up egg

Limoncello Sorbetto with fennel frond and toasted hazelnut

Treat mom even more with Agrodolce’s bottomless mimosas. Full menu can be viewed here. Reservations are recommended and can be made by visiting agrodolcerestaurant.net or calling 206.547.9707. Agrodolce is located in Fremont at 709 N. 35th Street, Seattle.

Altstadt

Mom can enjoy her own little slice of Germany this Mother’s Day at Altstadt. The German-inspired bierhalle and brathaus will serve brunch from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and dinner until 10 p.m.

Altstadt is serving up spring Sudetenland fare, featuring new items:

–Larambraten, a beer-braised lamb dish, shredded and pressed with a pretzel crumb coating before it’s flash-fried and set atop a fresh pea and bacon salad

–Spargel, featuring white asparagus, red onion buerre blanc, house smoked trout and pea tendrils

-Special spring cocktails, including What’s Up Bock?, built with rosemary vodka, carrot juice and Seapine Maibock

The full brunch and dinner menus can be viewed at altstadtseattle.com. Reservations can be made by calling 206.602.6442. Altstadt is located in Pioneer Square at 209 1st Ave South, Seattle.

Tilth

Celebrate Mom’s special day by cozying up at Tilth, an award-winning restaurant featuring New American cuisine in an intimate house-like setting. From 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Chef Maria Hines will be offering a delicious three-course holiday brunch menu for $30 per person.

Mother’s Day brunch options include:

–Buttermilk Scone with quince, brown butter and Holmquist hazelnut

–Anson Mills Polenta Cake with chorizo, Hollandaise and parsley pistou

–Theo Chocolate Ganache Cake with a chocolate cookie, cocoa cream and sea salt

Reservations are recommended and can be made by visiting Tilthrestaurant.com or by calling 206.633.0801. Tilth is located in Wallingford at 1411 N 45^th Street, Seattle.

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Late April Food + Drink Events 04.20.16

April is full of great food and beverage events! See what’s in store at local restaurants and bars, then mark your calendars and hit the town!

Seattle Restaurant Week through Thursday

More than 165 restaurants are taking part in Seattle Restaurant Week (SRW) this Spring. For two more days, you can enjoy eating and drinking for a deal at some of the areas best restaurants, featuring local foods and innovative chefs. Experience a new restaurant, go to a favorite spot or relax over dinner after a long day.

Participating restaurants offer three-course dinner menus at $30 while many also offer $15 two-course lunch menus. Each menu has at least three options under each course, many with vegan, vegetarian and gluten free selections. A wide range of different cuisines means everyone enjoys their Seattle Restaurant Week experience!

Eat, drink and be merry during SRW at some of our favorite restaurant picks:

Seafood with a beautiful view at Ray’s Boathouse and Café

Guests dining at Ray’s in Ballard are in for a treat with unique dishes inspired by sustainable seafood and seasonal goods. The Café is perfect for a casual lunch or dinner and it’s a great opportunity to indulge in the Boathouse! Guests can enjoy scenic views of Puget Sound and the Olympics, while savoring fresh and beautifully prepared seafood, local wine, and classic and speciality cocktails.

The SRW menus:

Cafe Lunch:
- Oregon Bay Shrimp Cocktail
- Grilled Washington Asparagus
Café Dinner:
- Seasonal Fish, served with salad, mushrooms and chimichurri
- Grilled Double R Ranch Flank Steak with blue cheese, mashed potatoes, balsamic glaze and wilted spinach
Boathouse Dinner:

Starters:
- Smoked Idaho Trout
- Warm Mushroom Salad
Entrees:
- House-made Pappardelle served with spring peas
- Anderson Ranch Lamb
Dessert:
- Panna cotta
- Sorbet
(All gluten free)

Maria Hines’ Tilth

James Beard Award-winning chef Maria Hines’ critically acclaimed New American restaurant, Tilth, in Wallingford, is the perfect place to enjoy organic dishes, with ingredients sourced from local farmers. Hines has created a signature menu with delicious options for SRW including gluten free and vegan options.

For starters, treat your taste buds to:
- Sunchoke Soup
- Asparagus dishes
Then move on to mouth-watering entrees:
- Carnaroli Risotto served with vegetables including English peas and roasted carrots
To finish, consume:
- Gluten free, vegan Cashew “Cheesecake”
- Delightful Yarmuth Farms Goat Cheese Parfait
Explore Mediterranean cuisine at Golden Beetle

At Golden Beetle, chef Maria Hines takes inspiration from countries including Greece, Turkey, Israel and Egypt to create Mediterranean menus using local, organic ingredients.

The SRW lunch menu features a Greek-inspired dish of:
- Pork and Lamb Gyro served with pita bread, yogurt and cabbage slaw
Notable choices from the dinner menu include:
- Cyprian inspired Grilled Halloumi Cheese
- Berber Spiced Grilled Chicken Kabob
- Turkish style pizza – Uli’s Lamb Merguez Pide
If you still have room for dessert, Golden Beetle offers dishes such as:
- Black Walnut Baklava
- Cardamom Milk Pudding
Southern Italian + Sicilian cuisine at Agrodolce

Maria Hines brings the cuisine of southern Italy to Fremont at Agrodolce. Combining Italian classics such as handcrafted pasta with local and organic ingredients, Agrodolce always creates a memorable dining experience.

Italian starters encompass:
- Grilled Bruschetta served with seasonal caponata
Entrees feature:
- Durum Spaghetti and Taylor Shellfish Clams served with pickled chilli, castelvetrano olives and fresh mint
- Ricotta Cavatelli with spicy sausage
Each dish is offered at both lunch and dinner, giving you two opportunities a day to enjoy!

Desserts:
- Gelato
- Sorbet
- Theo Chocolate Polenta Cake
Agrodolce is a great place to experience Italian cuisine in a thoughtful, sustainable and organic way!

A modern view on tradition at Bell + Whete Gastropub + Events

The Bell +Whete in Belltown believe that a great meal has three aspects. The company you keep, a lovely beverage and meals created from fresh ingredients.

For SRW, the European orientated dinner menu includes dishes with a variety of ingredients.

Starters:
- Kale & Salami, Manchego, Hemp Seed, Kalamata Vinaigrette
Entrees:
- Rotisserie Cauliflower with Grilled Radicchio
- Pepperonata Braised Hog with Crisp Polenta
Desserts:
- Coffee Flan
- Chocolate Pot de Crème
- Apple Rosemary Crostada
This SRW meal will not be compete without one of their 66 international and local beers that are on tap.

Sustainable comfort fare at Local 360 Café & Bar

Local 360 Café & Bar in Belltown focuses on serving sustainable food that is grown and harvested by farmers who look after their land, with 90% of their ingredients coming from around Seattle.

For Seattle Restaurant Week, guests can enjoy:

Unique starters:
- Dungeness Crab & Shrimp Dip served with potato chips
- White Bean Soup served with Local 360’s Lamb Bacon
Fresh entrees:
- Rabbit Gnocchi with Spring Nettles
- Garnacha Braised Beef Shank with Green Garlic Potatoes
- Caramelized Cauliflower Steak served with Carrot Mousse
Handmade desserts:
- Delicious flavors of ice cream
- Fruit cobbler, all of which are handmade
Radler week through April 22 + Reinheitsgebot on April 23

While the U.S. doesn’t have 500 years of beer history, you can be thankful that the Germans do! This year marks the 500^th anniversary of Reinheitsgebot (German Purity Beer Law) – a law that defines the taste of beer today. On April 23, beer lovers everywhere will celebrate the enactment of Reinheisgebot by the only way that seems fit – drinking beer! Food specials, live music and special anniversary beers from Germany created specifically for this event, will be offered beginning at 11 a.m. until close.

Leading up to Reinheitsgebot, Radler Week will take place. During the week, celebrate with 0.5L for $5 or 1L for $10 of Bitburger’s Radler. Guests also have the opportunity to enter a raffle and win prizes such as Sounders and Mariners tickets, glass Bitburger boots and more. Radler Week will also highlight Weihenstephaner’s new beer, a kellerbier called 1516, brewed specially for Reinheisgebot. There will also be music and food to complement the beer and bring the celebration in true German fashion.

Passover at Golden Beetle from April 23-30

James Beard Award-winning chef, Maria Hines is celebrating Passover at Golden Beetle, her Mediterranean-inspired restaurant in Ballard, from April 23-30. Her menu embraces traditions while adding her unique, award-winning touch.

To celebrate, Hines has constructed a bold and flavorful tasting menu, whereby each course corresponds to a specific food that is traditionally found on a Seder plate during Passover. The Seder plate is used to re-tell the story of how Moses, under the instructions of God, led the Jews to freedom in Egypt in 1300 BCE.

The menu can be found online or below with Kosher wine pairings and symbolic meanings. The five courses are courses available for $50 per person. There is also an optional wine pairing for $25 per person

First course

Fried Soft Boiled Egg with asparagus, harissa aioli and fried shallot

Wine pairing: Kedem, Champagne, New York

What this represents on the Seder plate: Beitzah

Beitzah symbolizes the Passover offering, commonly called Hagigah. It also represents the circle of life, death and rebirth and reminds us we are all part of one universe.

Second course

Grilled Romaine Heart with black olive vinaigrette, almond and feta

What this course represents on the Seder plate: Karpas

Karpas – Represents the spring harvest. It is dipped in salt water to symbolize the tears that the Jews shed while in slavery in Egypt.

Third course

Sablefish Ball Soup with root vegetable confetti, preserve lemon and zaatar

Wine pairing: Barken, Chardonnay, Dan, Israel ‘13

What this course represents on the Seder plate: Maror

Maror serves as a reminder of the bitterness the Jews felt while they were slaves in Egypt.

Fourth course

Anderson Valley Ranch Braised Lamb with sour cherry, fingerling potato and cauliflower

Wine pairing: Barkan, Caberney Sauvignon, Galie, Israel ‘13

What this course represents on the Seder plate: Zeroa

Zeroa symbolizes the Pesach sacrifice, where a lamb as sacrificed in the Temple of Jerusalem on the eve of the exodus in Egypt.

Fifth course

Port Poached Pear with cacao nib, candied walnut and mint

Wine pairing: Rashi, Claret, Semi Sweet, California

What this course represents on the Seder plate: Charoset

Charoset represents the mortar the Jews used to construct buildings while slaves.

Brewery Nights Bell + Whete

Enjoy a selection of beers at Bell + Whete’s Brewery Night featuring local breweries. They will have reps on site, $1 off pints and $4 off growlers, plus brewery swag and more!
- April 28, Two Beers Brewing Night from 4pm to 11pm
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Eat, Drink + Be Merry at Seattle Restaurants 12.10.15

There is no better way to celebrate the holidays than surrounded by friends, family, and delicious food. Whether you are looking grab a festive cocktail with friends, enjoy a Christmas feast with your family or host a holiday cooking class, there’s something for everyone to enjoy in Seattle this month.

HANUKKAH HAPPENINGS: Now through 14

Celebrate with Hanukkah favorites at Golden Beetle

James-Beard Award-winning Chief Maria Hines uses her culinary skills and local ingredients to thoughtfully craft Hanukkah dishes with exceptional flair at Golden Beetle this holiday season. The menu includes Potato Latkes with house made apple sauce, crème fraiche and green onion; Matzo Ball Soup with smoked chicken, carrot and parsley; Roasted Root Vegetables with parsnip, rutabaga and fingerling potato; and Stuffed Donuts, with persimmon filling and powdered sugar. Golden Beetle will also offer two types of Barkan Kosher Wine: a Cabernet Sauvignon and a Chardonnay. These special dishes start at $5 and are available anytime during Hanukkah.

For more information or reservations, call 206.706.2977 or visit Golden-Beetle.com. Golden Beetle is located in Ballard at 1744 Northwest Market Street, Seattle.

WINTER WARMERS

House Made Mulled Wine and Hot Buttered Rum at Golden Beetle

Golden Beetle’s craft cocktail bar is ready to keep you warm this winter. Warm up with house made specialties: Mulled Wine and Hot Buttered Rum. Golden Beetle takes traditional mulled wine, fruit of the vine enhanced with the warm essence of spices, fruit, brandy, and takes it to the next level by adding the citrus element of sumac, a spicy kick of pink peppercorn, and even sea salt for a modern twist, just $9. House made hot buttered rum is a rich, delicious warmer for $11. Both are offered throughout December.

For more information or reservations, call 206.706.2977 or visit Golden-Beetle.com. Golden Beetle is located in Ballard at 1744 Northwest Market Street, Seattle.

HOLIDAY COOKING AND EVENTS

Cook-offs and Cooking for a Cause at Blue Ribbon Cooking

Blue Ribbon Cooking on Lake Union provides companies, friends, groups and families a unique and exciting array of holiday party experiences. Book an Iron Chef cooking competition and compete in teams to create the best dishes of the night, then sit down at a lakeside table to enjoy a meal together while watching the Christmas ships. Or book a Cooking For A Cause event and prepare a meal for a local shelter that Blue Ribbon delivers while guests sit down to dinner. Blue Ribbon also caters any event big or small and prepares custom, seasonal menus, cocktail competitions and more at their waterfront venue, or at a venue or home of the guest’s choice!

Blue Ribbon is located at 2501 Fairview Avenue E. Seattle, 98102. They operate venues in Lake Union, Capitol Hill, Fremont, University District and Auburn, as well as provide offsite catering. Call 206.328.2442 or visit blueribboncooking.com to book an event.

HOLIDAY GIFT IDEAS

If you’re looking for unique holiday gift ideas then look no further then EthnicSeattle.com. Ethnic Seattle has procured some unique gift ideas, all from local, ethnic-owned businesses. You’ll gift something truly unique while also supporting local small businesses. Check out the gift ideas here.

CHRISTMAS EVE: December 24

Show off Seattle’s best views and fresh seafood at Ray’s Boathouse and Café

Ray’s Boathouse and Café is the perfect spot to show out-of-town guest how beautiful the Pacific Northwest is. On Christmas Eve, enjoy the freshest seafood alongside breathtaking views of the Puget Sound and Olympic Mountains.

Ray’s Boathouse will be open from 3 – 8 p.m. serving their regular menu as well as a special holiday inspired three-course dinner for $45, including a starter, choice of entrée, and dessert. Reservations are strongly recommended and can be made at 206.789.3770 or online here. The Boathouse Bar will be open 3 – 8 p.m. serving their regular menu, excluding happy hour. No reservation is necessary for the Boathouse Bar.

Ray’s Café will be open from 11:30 a.m. – 8 p.m. serving their regular menu, including local favorites such as Pan Seared Sea Scallops and Alaskan King Crab Legs. Reservations are strongly recommended and can by made at 206.782.0094 or online here. The Café Bar will be open from 11:30 a.m. – 8 p.m. serving their regular menu and happy hour drink and food specials such as Moscow Mules, Salmon Sliders, and Crispy Calamari. No reservation is necessary for the Café Bar.

For more information, visit rays.com. Ray’s Boathouse and Café are located in Ballard at 6049 Seaview Ave NW, Seattle.

Holiday Happy Hour all night at Golden Beetle

Golden Beetle helps locals celebrate Christmas Eve with special happy hour pricing from 4:30 p.m. – close. It’s a perfect opportunity to celebrate with friends and family with small plates and specially crafted cocktails before diving into holiday festivities. The happy hour menu starts at $3 and includes Spicy Hummus and Pita Chips, Fire and Honey Chicken Wings, Mini Roasted Squash Pizza and Spiced Donuts. View the full happy hour menu online.

For more information or reservations, call 206.706.2977 or visit Golden-Beetle.com. Golden Beetle is located in Ballard at 1744 Northwest Market Street, Seattle.

Old world meets new at Bell + Whete European Kitchen + Lounge

Bell + Whete European Kitchen + Lounge will be serving a special, four-course, holiday meal on Christmas Eve. Start with a serving of warm and spicy Red Lentil Soup made with Aleppo pepper and brown butter. Continue with a Granny Smith Apple Truffle Salad with arugula and goat cheese. For the main course, enjoy a Whole Roasted Lamb with a winter squash and pomegranate gratin, alongside braised endive. Finally, for dessert, indulge in a Baked Meringue with pomegranate cream and kumquats. Bring extra flavor to the meal with special beverage pairings for an additional $25.

This four-course meal is available from 4 – 9 p.m. Christmas Eve and is $55 per person with optional beverage pairings for an additional $25. Full menu is available here. For more information or to reserve, call 206.538.0180 or visit bellandwhete.com. Bell + Whete is located in Belltown at 200 Bell Street, Seattle.

Celebrate with Sushi at Shiro’s

Break tradition (or make a new one) and replace the usual ham, Christmas goose or turkey with sushi at Shiro’s Sushi this Christmas Eve. Steeped in a tradition over 20 years, Shiro’s offers a variety of fresh seafood from local waters and around the globe. They source much of their seafood directly from the prized waters of Japan, specifically the Tsukiji Market, ordering several times a week for the best fish for their award-winning sushi. Order a menu of your own or leave it in the hands of Shiro’s chefs with an omakase menu. The chefs will take you on a pleasurable flavor and texture journey of 5, 10, 20 or any number of courses you choose.

For dining room reservations, call 206.443.9844 and for more information, visit shiros.com. Shiro’s Sushi is located in Belltown at 2401 2nd Ave, Seattle.

Enjoy a cozy, organic meal at Tilth

Tilth’s cozy Wallingford restaurant, housed in a craftsman home, is a great place for an intimate evening with close friends and family this Christmas Eve. Once named a New York Times “Best New Restaurant,” Tilth’s four-course special menu for $80 is comprised of delicious organic and seasonal ingredients including apple, hazelnut, cranberry and walnut. The menu includes Kumamoto Oysters on Half Shell, Celeriac Soup, Slow Cooked Duck Egg, Smoked Heirloom Bean Cassoulet, Cashew Cheesecake, and more. Tilth also offers two levels of wine pairings, a regular Wine Pairing for $50 and a special, Sommelier Pairing for $70. The full menu can be viewed online here .

To reserve, call 206.633.0801 or visit their website. For more information, visit tilthrestaurant.com. Tilth is located in Wallingford at 1411 N 45th St, Seattle.

Feast of the Seven Fishes at Agrodolce

Agrodolce channels their Italian roots, celebrating the Feast of the Seven Fishes, the Italian’s take on Christmas Eve. The #fishfeast menu offers three options of the traditional feast: a Feast of Three Fishes for $35, a Feast of Five fishes for $55 and a Feast of Seven Fishes for $75. Each feast has its own optional wine pairing and offers a variety of fresh seafood with an Italian twist. Notable seafood dishes include Grilled Octopus with sultana and caper salsa verde; Black Cod and Tomato Stew with fried couscous, fennel and wild mushroom; Black Nile Barley Spaghetti and Clams with pickled chili, castelvetrano olive and fresh mint; and Sylver Fishing Spot Prawns with vanilla squash puree, persimmon and pomegranate. View the full menu online here.

To reserve, visit Agrodolcerestaurant.net or call 206.547.9707. For updates and to join the conversation, follow #fishfeast on social media. Agrodolce is located in Fremont at 709 North 35th Street, Seattle.

Feast locally with friends and family at Local 360 Café & Bar

This Christmas Eve bring out the whole family for a special three-course tasting menu! Local 360 offers many accommodations for large parties and is a great option for holiday family dinners. The three-course menu is $50 per person, and their regular a la carte menu will also be available.

Choose from a starter of Shigoku Oysters with tamarind granita and coriander, or Newaukumn Valley Farms Sunchoke Bisque with wild black trumpets and vadouvan. The main event includes choice of Arctic Char with Dungeness crab salad, butternut and heirloom apple salsa, or Smoked Eye of Ribeye with beef fat popover, blue cheese whipped potatoes, Brussels and syrah. End with a sweet choice of Hazelnut Carrot Cake with Christmas spiced rum raisins and cream cheese, or Flourless Chocolate Torte with huckleberry, amaro, and ginger ice cream.

For more information and reservations, call 206.650.2577 or visit local360.org. Local 360 is located in Belltown at 2234 1st Avenue, Seattle.

CHRISTMAS DAY: December 25

Feast with the family at Ray’s Boathouse and Café

Celebrate Christmas Day without the stress of preparing a grand holiday meal. Ray’s Boathouse and Café will be open and offering a variety of delicious, seasonal dishes for everyone to enjoy.

Ray’s Boathouse will be open from 3 – 8 p.m., offering a three-course A La Carte menu and regular dinner menus. The first course includes options such as Creamy Parsnip Soup with toasted pepitas, cayenne and paprika, and Dungeness Crab Cocktail with roasted tomato and cocktail sauce. Entrée options include seafood favorites Grilled King Salmon and Pan Seared Halibut, and holiday classics, Oven Roasted Turkey and Spice Rubbed Prime Rib of Beef. For dessert, Pumpkin Pie topped with Olympic Mountain vanilla ice cream. The menu is $45 for adults and $22.50 for children ages 5 to 11 (children under 5 are free). Reservations are strongly recommended and can be made at 206.789.3770 or online here. The Boathouse Bar will be open from 4 – 8 p.m. offering their normal menu, excluding happy hour. Reservations are not needed for the Boathouse Bar.

Ray’s Café will be open from 12 – 8 p.m., offering their signature Christmas Day buffet. The buffet offers a grand variety of dishes from House Smoked NW Salmon with apple-pear chutney, Spice Rubbed Prime Rib of Beef to Baked Polenta with Wild Mushrooms and a Shucking Bar with Alaskan Snow Crab, Peel & Eat Prawns and Half Shell Oysters with mignonette, cocktail and lemons. Other notable dishes include Ray’s Antipasto comprised of cured meats, marinated mozzarella olives, and grilled vegetables; creamy Bay Shrimp Mac and Cheese, as well as cold salads, roasted vegetables, a dessert table filled with your favorite treats, and more. The buffet is $45 for adults and $20 for children ages 5 to 11 (children under 5 are free). Reservations for the Café are required and can be made at 206.782.0094 or online here. The Café Bar will be closed.

View the full menus online here. For more information, visit rays.com. Ray’s Boathouse and Café are located in Ballard at 6049 Seaview Ave NW, Seattle.

NEW YEAR’S EVE: December 31

Countdown to 2016 at Eden Hill

Ring in the New Year at Eden Hill with a special, celebratory seven-course tasting menu full of intriguing combinations of simple flavors from Chef-owner Maximillian Petty. He will create a menu with Northwest ingredients alongside prized, special ingredients including Foie Gras, Lobster Tail and savory Crepe in Bone Broth. Increase the tasting pleasure with specially selected French and Pacific Northwest wine pairings.

Chef Maximillian saves one of his best for last – A Chocolate Ball Drop inspired by the New Years Eve ball that drops in Time Square. Diners can break the hollow chocolate ball on their plate, releasing edible glitter reminiscent of a New Years Eve fireworks show.

The tasting menu is $100 and option wine pairing is $60. Reservations are required for New Year’s Eve dinner. To reserve, call 206.708.6836 or reserve online here. Eden Hill is located in Queen Anne at 2209 Queen Anne Ave, Seattle.

Vegetarian New Year specials at Cafe Flora

Beloved vegetarian restaurant, Cafe Flora celebrates the New Year with special menu items. In addition to their regular dinner menu, they will offer new dishes made from fresh, seasonal ingredients including cranberry, walnuts and winter vegetables. Festive starter offerings include Thyme and Port Poached Pear served with grilled raddichio, bleu cheese, walnuts and dried cranberry; Salad with ginger-rum braised beets, feta, walnuts, cranberry, kumquats and topped with spiced honey vinaigrette; and Fried Avocado with trio of dipping sauces. Entrée selections include Winter Vegetable Gratin; Eggplant Moussaka served with a Jerusalem salad of bell pepper, onion, cucumbers, tomatoes, capers dill and lemon vinaigrette; and Stuffed Baked Polenta with black trumpet mushrooms, tarragon béchamel and a parsnip and celeriac mash.

Reservations are required for parties of six or more. To reserve, call 206.325.9100 ext. three and for more information, visit CafeFlora.com. Cafe Flora is located in Madison Valley at 2901 East Madison Street, Seattle.

Try something new for the New Year at Shiro’s

The beginning of the year is the perfect time to try something new. Why not start erly on the New Year’s resolution to “be more adventurous” with a special Chef-selected omakase menu at Shiro’s Sushi. The Shiro’s Omakase includes an appetizer, sashimi, sushi entrees, soup and dessert for $65 and Premium Sushi Omakase includes seventeen pieces and seasonal soup for $75. Guests at the sushi counter can order the Open-Ended Omakase and put themselves fully in the hands of Shiro’s chefs. The restaurant has been creating relationships with fish markets for 20 years and diners will see the evidence of their fish sourcing in approximately 30 types of seafood a night. For dinners who know what they like, Shiro’s Sushi also has full A La Carte and Sushi and Sashimi menus filled with choice fresh seafood dishes such as Salmon Kama, Black Throat Sea Perch, and Blue Fin Tuna.

For dining room reservations, call 206.443.9844 and for more information, visit shiros.com. Shiro’s Sushi is located in Belltown at 2401 2nd Ave, Seattle.

Toast the New Year at Bell + Whete European Kitchen + Lounge

Bell + Whete European Kitchen + Lounge shows off their adaptations of timeless recipes and vast beer and cocktail selection this New Year’s Eve. They will offer a three-course tasting menu for $35, which includes a glass of champagne to toast the New Year, a starter of Baked Oysters with pork belly, kale and trout caviar; a main dish of Duck Leg Confit with persimmon tortelloni, dates and almonds; and a finisher of White Chocolate Bombe with candied hazelnuts, persimmon and citrus. They will also offer a menu of select pints for $5 each, half-off select bottled beers, and featured specialty cocktails.

Bell + Whete will be open from 4 p.m. – 12 a.m. New Year’s Eve. For more information or to reserve, call 206.538.0180 or visit bellandwhete.com. Full menu is available here. Bell + Whete is located in Belltown at 200 Bell Street, Seattle.

Mediterranean favorites at Golden Beetle

Golden Beetle offers a specially crafted, organic four-course meal on New Year’s Eve. The meal is $50 and includes Mediterranean classics such as Goat Cheese Stuffed Medjool Dates with Meyer lemon gastrique; Dolmas Shrimp Briouats made with phyllo dough, chard, fire and honey; Roasted Root Vegetable Tagine served with barley risotto; and Black Walnut Baklava topped with crème fraiche. An optional wine pairing is also available for $25 and includes wines from local wineries in Columbia and Yakima Valleys to imported bottles from Spain, France and Portugal.

For more information or reservations, call 206.706.2977 or visit Golden-Beetle.com. Golden Beetle is located in Ballard at 1744 Northwest Market Street, Seattle.

Ring in the New Year at Tilth

Award-winning Chef Maria Hines has created a special organic menu for Tilth on New Year’s Eve with two levels of wine pairings: a regular Wine Pairing for $50 and an expert Sommelier Pairing for $70.
The special four-course meal includes options such as Skagit River Ranch Beef Tongue with house pickle, frisee and apple mustard; Sylvia’s Spot Prawns with bouillabaisse foam, cippolini and fennel; Porcini Ash-Crusted Venison with swiss chard Anson Mills corn polenta and cranberry; and Theo Chocolate Ganache Cake topped with cocoa cream. Full menu online here .

To reserve, call 206.633.0801 or visit their website. For more information, visit tilthrestaurant.com. Tilth is located in Wallingford at 1411 N 45th St, Seattle.

Intimate New Year’s celebration at Agrodolce

Agrodolce hosts an Italian-inspired four-course New Year’s Eve celebration for those looking for a memorable and intimate celebration. Start off with a choice of Dungeness Crab Salad, Red Beet Tartare, or Pork Rillettes. For the second course, choose among options such as Black Nile Barley Spaghetti and Ricotta Cavatelli. Entrée dishes include Lamb with parsnip and beet, grilled frisee and pomegranate; Sylver Fishing Spot Prawns with shaved Brussels sprouts, chestnut puree, pine nut and preserved citrus gremolata; and Slow Cooked Arzak Egg with celery root, grilled treviso and caper salsa verde. Then ring in the New Year with one of three sweet treats: Theo Chocolate Budino, Poached Washington Pear or L’alveare Sheep’s Milk Cheese. The four-course meal is $70 and each dish has two optional wine pairings, a regular Wine Pairing for $35 and a Sommelier Pairing for $55. View the full menu online here .

To reserve, visit Agrodolcerestaurant.net or call 206.547.9707. Agrodolce is located in Fremont at 709 North 35th Street, Seattle.

Celebrate the end of a great year on the waterfront at Ray’s Boathouse and Café

Ray’s Boathouse will offer its regular menu full of the freshest seafood, including Crispy Washington Razor Clams, Dungeness Crab Cakes, Crispy Garlic Prawns and more. Toast to the New Year with a hand crafted cocktail, such as a White Peach Cosmo or a Champs Élysées, or red, white or sparkling wine by the glass. Or celebrate with a sweet treat, such as a Milk Chocolate Mousse or a Deconstructed Washington Apple Pie.

Ray’s Café will feature its regular menus, offering local lunch and dinner favorites, such as Sautéed Tiger Prawns, Pacific NW Sablefish in Sake Kasu and Grilled Northwest King Salmon.

Boathouse reservations can be made at 206.789.3770 or online here. Café reservations can be made at 206.782.0094 or online here. The Boathouse and Café Bars will also be open, but reservations are not required. For more information, visit rays.com. Ray’s Boathouse and Café are located in Ballard at 6049 Seaview Ave NW, Seattle.

NEW YEAR’S DAY: January 1

Start the New Year on a high note with brunch at Cafe Flora

Cafe Flora will host its annual vegetarian brunch buffet on New Year’s Day to help diners start their year on the right foot by eating less meat, or just helping them recover from New Year’s Eve shenanigans. Buffet options include Deep Fried French Toast, Chick Pea and Okra Fritter, Savory Mushroom Crepe, Poblano and Yam Tamales and more. Cafe Flora also offers libations to help fight hangovers, including the Garden Flora, their take on a Bloody Mary made with house pickled vegetables, or Mimosas made from a variety of juices such as grapefruit, rosemary lemonade and classic orange. The brunch buffet is available from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. and is $25 for adults and $12.50 for children.

Reservations are required for parties of six or more. To reserve, call 206.325.9100 ext. three and for more information, visit CafeFlora.com. Cafe Flora is located in Madison Valley at 2901 East Madison Street, Seattle.

Hangover Bloody Mary’s At Ray’s Café

Recover from New Year’s Eve festivities at Ray’s Cafe with a famous Ray’s Bloody Mary or an adult Cup of Joe made with Kraken spiced rum, Kahlua, dark crème de cocoa, Caffé Vita coffee and cinnamon sprinkle. Top it off with Ray’s Hot Wings Trio, Crispy Calamari or Painted Hills Ground Chuck Burger. Or kick off your New Year cleanse with Ray’s Café Seafood Salad with Alaskan Bay shrimp, house smoked salmon, house smoked scallops, artichoke hearts, cherry tomatoes and more.

Café reservations can be made at 206.782.0094 or online here. The Café Bar will be open and reservations are not required. For more information, visit rays.com. Ray’s Boathouse and Café are located in Ballard at 6049 Seaview Ave NW, Seattle.

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Holiday Happenings at Bell + Whete 11.20.15

Bell + Whete European Kitchen + Lounge celebrates the holiday season in the best way: with beer! They are hosting several holiday events featuring specialty beers, perfect for bringing cheer to the season.

Here’s a look at what you can expect in the next month:

November 24: Unwind at Victory Brewing Pint Night
Kick off the holiday season at their Victory Brewing Pint Night November 24. An American brewery with European influences, Victory Brewing is taking over Bell + Whete, serving their specialty beers made with German malted barley and a mix of European and American whole flower hops. Stop by between 4 and 11 p.m. to unwind with one of four Victory beers on tap including Golden Monkey, Dirtwolf, Prima Pilsner and Winter Cheers and take the pint home with you along with other Victory schwag. Don’t miss this special pint night and be sure not to leave empty handed.

November 24 to December 24: Countdown to Christmas with a Beer Advent Calendar
Bell + Whete knows the countdown to Christmas is almost great as the actual day and they are making it even better with their 12 Beers of Christmas Beer Advent Calendar. All month long, they will feature special holiday beers including Barrel Aged, Sour Ale, Winter Warmers and other hard to find varieties.

You can pick up your calendar card starting November 24th at the Victory Brewing Pint Night or any day after to begin your tasting journey. The calendar tells you what date featured beers will be tapped and you’ll receive a stamp for every beer on the list you purchase. Fill up the entire card by Christmas Eve to win a certificate for a two-course dinner for two at Bell + Whete! Take the challenge and try all of their special brews—you’re bound to find a new favorite!

November 27: Shop less drink more this Black Friday
Put down those shopping bags, step away from your laptops, phones and iPads, and make your way to Bell + Whete this Black Friday November 27 for the best deals on your favorite food and drinks. They will have discounted drafts and bottles and food specials from Chef Jenny at happy hour pricing all night long. Best part? No waking before dawn or pushing through crowds to get these delicious deals!

Bell + Whete is located at 200 Bell Street in Belltown. For more information on these events and others, visit their website.

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Seattle’s Best Restaurants Serve Up Thanksgiving! 11.17.15

As much as we all enjoy sitting around the table with our closest friends and family, hosting a holiday meal is stressful. Why not take a little edge off and let a professional take care of the cooking (and cleaning) duties this year? Several of our favorite Seattle restaurants will be open and serving delicious Thanksgiving dinners on Thursday, November 26.

Menus range from traditional American holiday dishes, including turkey, sweet potatoes and pumpkin pie, to delicious turkey day alternatives, such as smoked salmon, shepherd’s pie and specialty pastas. Restaurants will offer kid-friendly menus, gluten free options, hearty vegan dishes and more! Hurry and make your reservations today before they’re gone!

Tradition turned up with fresh seafood at Ray’s Boathouse and Café
Ray’s Boathouse offers an elegant four-course Thanksgiving dinner including traditional favorites and seafood specialties. Start with Butternut Squash Soup with fried sage and crème fraiche, Fall Chicory Salad or Dungeness Crab Cocktail with butter lettuce, roasted tomato and cocktail sauce. For the main course there’s Oven Roasted Turkey with chestnut-herb stuffing, cranberries, green beans and gravy; Grilled King Salmon with house made butternut squash ravioli and porcini and chanterelle mushrooms; Pan Seared Halibut with Dungeness crab crust and parsnip puree; or Beef Prime Rib. And for dessert there is Pumpkin Pie with Olympic Mountain vanilla ice cream. The four-course menu is $45 for adults and $22.50 for children ages 5 to 11, children under 5 are free.

Ray’s Café is offering its signature Thanksgiving buffet for $45 for adults and $20 for children ages 5 to 11, children under 5 are free. With plenty of items to choose from, you can create just about any type of Thanksgiving feast you desire. Noteworthy seafood options include fresh shucked Half Shell Oysters with mignonette and cocktail sauces, Peel & Eat Prawns, Alaskan Snow Crab, Penn Cove Mussels in coconut curry broth, Oregon Bay Shrimp Salad with cucumber, tomato, lemon and herbs, and House Smoked NW Salmon with apple-pear chutney. Also available will be Oven Roasted Turkey with cranberry-orange chutney; Spice Rubbed Beef Prime Rib served with horseradish cream and demi glace; Spice Roasted Sweet Potatoes with currants and marshmallow; a multitude of housemade seasonal desserts, and much more.

You can find full menus for Ray’s Boathouse and Cafe here. Reservations are required for both restaurants and are available from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. in the Café and 11:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. in the Boathouse. Boathouse reservations can be made at 206.789.3770 or online here. Café reservations can be made at 206.782.0094 or online by clicking here. The Boathouse Bar does not take reservations, but will be open with a limited Thanksgiving menu. The Café Bar will be closed. For more information, visit rays.com. Ray’s Boathouse and Café are located in Ballard at 6049 Seaview Ave NW, Seattle.

Gorgeous, seasonally inspired vegetarian dinner at Cafe Flora
Cafe Flora’s annual Vegetarian Thanksgiving offers a thoughtfully crafted, four-course vegetarian meal for $65 for adults and $25 for children with plenty of gluten free options. The adult menu includes Jerusalem Artichoke Blini with Tieton Farm sheep camembert, date and bramley apple chutney (available vegan/gf) and Roasted Grapes, Heirloom Carrots, Baby Fennel, Frisee Salad citrus buerre blanc and crispy hominy (vegan/gf) as the first two courses. Then, for the main course, you may choose between Wild Mushroom and Chestnut Bread Pudding porcini cream sauce, red onion marmalade, roasted parsnip, cabbage mashed potatoes, or Delicata Squash Medallions with Cauliflower Walnut Pate with Satsuma cranberry chutney, Brussels sprout pecan gratin, sweet potato mash and bordelaise sauce (vegan/gf). Finally, for dessert, you have a choice of Booth Canyon Pear and Ricotta Cheesecake with port gastrique, Pumpkin Pie with caramel whipped cream (vegan/gf), or Dark Chocolate Tart with candied cranberries (available vegan).

Cafe Flora also offers a great kids menu that is completely vegan and gluten free with fun dishes such as Fried Cauliflower Bites with herbed dipping sauce; Romaine Cups filled grapes, apple and celery and topped with poppy seed dressing; Mini Shepherds Pie filled with peas, carrots and squash winter vegetables in a creamy sauce, topped with Yukon gold mashed potato, and served with green beans and crispy onions, and cranberry sauce; and Pumpkin Pie for dessert!

Thanksgiving meals are by reservation only, with seating from 1 to 7:30 p.m. To reserve, call 206.325.9100 ext. 3 and for more information, visit CafeFlora.com. Cafe Flora is located in Madison Valley at 2901 East Madison Street, Seattle.

Celebrate Italian-style at Agrodolce
Agrodolce provides a family-style, three-course feast that mixes favorite seasonal ingredients with traditional Sicilian dishes. Start off with fresh from the oven House made Focaccia; Bitter Greens Salad with cranberries, blood orange and roasted walnuts; or creamy Pugliese Style Burrata with grilled pear, citrus almond crumble and pomegranate molasses. Continue with one of three Sicilian twists on the traditional Thanksgiving main course: Sous Vide Turkey Breast Involtini, a turkey breast that is slowly cooked in a water bath then rolled with provolone picante and speck; House Made Mafalde with melted leeks and wild mushrooms; or Seared Brussels Sprouts with currants, pine nuts and anchovy vinaigrette. Finish with Sweet Potato Panna Cotta, the Italian alternative to sweet potato pie, with candied pecan and toasted marshmallow. You can also make each course extra appetizing with a special wine pairing for $35. Check out the full menu online here.

Dinner is $65 per person and is served from 3 to 8 p.m. To reserve, visit Agrodolcerestaurant.net or call 206.547.9707. Agrodolce is located in Fremont at 709 North 35th Street, Seattle.

Mediterranean-inspired classics at Golden Beetle
Golden Beetle cooks up several holiday favorites this year, but with a special Eastern Mediterranean twist. The four-course meal for $55 starts with a choice of comforting Roasted Butternut Squash Soup made with pomegranate seeds and greek yogurt, or Carrot and Kale Salad in a harissa ginger vinaigrette. Then get adventurous with some Sweet Potato Briouats, an extra sweet Moroccan-style treat. Third course options include Wood Fired Turkey Breast, Pan Seared Black Cod, or, for nonmeat eaters, Roasted Root Vegetable Ragout, all served with cornbread dressing, orange-cranberry sauce, and the most beloved mashed potatoes and gravy. Finish your feast with smooth Pumpkin Sorbet with spiced pepitas, cherry syrup and crispy sage, or the more traditional Pecan Pie with vanilla, orange and nutmeg flavors. A specially selected four-course wine pairing is also available for $30. View the full menu here.

Seating is from 3 to 8 p.m. on Thanksgiving. For more information or reservations, call 206.706.2977 or visit Golden-Beetle.com. Golden Beetle is located in Ballard at 1744 Northwest Market Street, Seattle.

Keep it local with Thanksgiving brunch and dinner at Local 360 Café and Bar
Local 360 Café and Bar knows brunch is a local favorite and this year they’re offering guests a menu of brunch favorites on Thanksgiving Day from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Brunch offerings include the Farmer’s Breakfast of eggs, your choice of meat, homefries and a biscuit; buttermilk Biscuits and Gravy; and fried Chicken and Waffles with maple pepper jelly.

The deliciousness doesn’t end there. Local 360 will be open at 10 a.m. serving classic holiday dishes made with local, sustainable ingredients. Their specially crafted Turkey Plate is just $29 and combines Thanksgiving favorites such as Cider Brined Free Range Turkey, Buttermilk Mashers, Gravy, House Cranberries, Pole Beans, Cornbread and Pumpkin Pie with spiced whip. Still hungry? You can add more to your meal with comforting side dishes, such as Herbed Brioche Stuffing, Bacon and Apple Roasted Brussels Sprouts, or Fries for just $5 each. Local 360 will also offer select regular menu favorites, including the Butcher’s Grind House Burger and 16 oz. Ribeye with bone marrow butter.

Brunch will be served from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and their Thanksgiving menu is available from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. For more information and reservations, call 206.650.2577 or visit local360.org. The full menu is available here. Local 360 is located in Belltown at 2234 1st Avenue, Seattle.

Thanksgiving favorites with Old World flare at Bell + Whete European Kitchen + Lounge
Bell + Whete European Kitchen + Lounge specializes in making 10th century Norman cuisine for the modern palate and they’ve pulled out all the stops for this year’s Thanksgiving dinner. For locals looking for something besides the classic turkey, Bell + Whete is offering a special Duck Dinner for four for $130. This specially prepared meal comes with a crispy Pomegranate Glazed Whole Rotisserie Duck with Smashed Red Rose Potatoes, Haricot Verts and Curried Cauliflower with smoked onion, Roasted Yams with brown sugar butter, and Bannock. There is a limited availability for the Duck Dinner and reservations are required in advance. Be sure to specify that you would like the duck when making a reservation.

In addition, Bell + Whete will serve their Thanksgiving Turkey Dinner for just $28 per person. This meal includes Spice Brined Slow Roasted Turkey, Smashed Red Rose Potatoes, Gravy, Haricot Verts and Curried Cauliflower with smoked onion, House Cranberry Sauce, Bannock, and Pumpkin Pie with almond whip for dessert. Additional sides are also available, including Jenny’s Sausage and Bacon Stuffing and Roasted Yams with brown sugar butter, as well as several Bell + Whete favorites such as Caramelized Pork Belly, Black Cod with black lentils and preserved tomatoes, and New York Strip with bleu cheese brûlée.

Bell + Whete is open from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Thanksgiving. Reservations are highly recommended and are required for the Duck Dinner. For more information or to reserve, call 206.538.0180 or visit bellandwhete.com. A full menu is available here. Bell + Whete is located in Belltown at 200 Bell Street, Seattle.

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A Taste of this Fall’s Seattle Restaurant Week 10.14.15

Seattle Restaurant Week (SRW) returns this month for a 10-day dining celebration October 18-22 and October 25-29. Over 150 restaurants throughout King County participate in this twice-yearly event celebrating the area’s best restaurants, local dining and fall-inspired menus!

Restaurants offer special two-course lunch menus for $15 and three-course dinner menus for $30 featuring fresh, seasonal ingredients. Each menu has something for everyone with at least three options to choose from for each course—many of which are vegan, vegetarian and/or gluten-free. SRW is a great reason to try that restaurant you’ve been eyeing, explore a new dish at your neighborhood hangout, or treat your loved ones to a well-deserved night out.

Here’s what you can enjoy from our clients during the city’s biggest dining celebration:

Award-winning Organic Cuisine at Tilth
Critically acclaimed, New American restaurant Tilth in Wallingford is the perfect place to get cozy as the chilly fall days approach. James Beard Award-winning Chef Maria Hines has created a dinner menu for SRW filled with fall favorites, including many vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free dishes. Warm up with creamy Cauliflower Soup or fall-inspired Carnaroli Risotto made with delicata squash and pepita. Continue with mustard-glazed Roasted Washington Chicken or fresh Abalone Mushroom roasted to perfection. Then, finish with a slice of salty-sweet Theo Chocolate Ganache Cake or a Buttermilk Panna Cotta. (And that’s not even the whole menu.) Any three-course combination at Tilth will leave your stomach happy and anticipating your next Tilth dinner!

Local Eats with Eastern Mediterranean Flare at Golden Beetle
Golden Beetle in Ballard celebrates SRW with specially crafted Eastern Mediterranean lunch and dinner menus. Chef Maria Hines applies her award-winning talents to cuisines from Cairo, Istanbul and Beirut, using local and organic ingredients. The lunch menu features Eastern Mediterranean classics like serrano and tahini Spicy Hummus, flavorful Pork and Lamb Gyro with cabbage slaw, and crispy fava bean Herbed Falafel. Highlights from the dinner menu include Goat Cheese Stuffed Date with spicy harissa, kale and garlic; savory Chickpea & Lemon Stew with walnut and almond; and rich Baklava Ice Cream with walnut and cinnamon. Pair your meal with a unique, seasonal craft cocktail from their cocktail menu, or tell the bartender what you like and they’ll craft something special to match your SRW menu picks.

Handcrafted Sicilian Favorites at Agrodolce
The third of Chef Maria Hines’ restaurants, Fremont-based Agrodolce, features special SRW lunch and dinner menus for all Italian lovers, with the majority of dishes being gluten-free or vegan-friendly. Beloved dishes such as the Hand Made Emmer Rigatoni with house marinara is offered for lunch and dinner alongside seasonal specialties including warm Winter Squash Soup with focaccia croutons, Toasted durum Mafalde with pistachio pesto, and Olive Oil Cake, a moist Italian treat. Recently named one of the top 52 vegetarian restaurants in the country, Agrodolce is a great gathering place for friends and family of all appetites.

Seafood with a Breathtaking View at Ray’s Boathouse & Café
Ray’s has truly gone above and beyond for this year’s SRW with lunch and dinner menus filled with special fall-inspired dishes. Ray’s Café is a great option for a casual lunch or dinner with family and friends, and Ray’s Boathouse provides a picturesque dinner setting to enjoy fresh, elegantly prepared, sustainable seafood and exquisite yet approachable wines. The Café menus feature Pacific Northwest classics such as NW Coho in sake kasu, Smoked Salmon and penne, and Olympic Mountain Ice Cream in a variety of local flavors, while the Boathouse menu includes specially crafted fall dishes such as Fall Risotto with black kale, artichokes and goat cheese, as well as fall foraged, Wild and Cultivated Mushrooms, and caramel-spiked Pumpkin Panna Cotta to finish. Indulge in these delicious dishes while enjoying a gorgeous waterfront view of Puget Sound and the Olympic mountains.

Savory, Sustainable Dishes at Local 360 Café & Bar
Local 360 Café & Bar in Belltown prides itself on its sustainable, real food philosophy and has gathered some of the best local ingredients to create its SRW dinner menu. Explore unique appetizers such as Lamb Carpaccio with kabocha kimchee, or bittersweet Grilled Radicchio with house mozzarella and oregano. Enjoy fresh entrees including Fishmongers Stew with Pacific Northwest clams and mussels or chili-honey glazed Woodgrilled Beef Tri Tip with garlic smashed pumpkin. Hold on to the last, lingering bits of summer with This Summer’s Berry Cobbler with vegan cream cheese ice cream, or fully embrace the fall with a Chocolate Hazelnut Torte with amaro chantilly cream. Anything you choose is going to be fresh, local and mouthwatering.

Tradition with a Twist at Bell + Whete European Kitchen + Lounge
From the beginning, friends and family have gathered at the local pub to celebrate birthdays and holidays, wind down after a long day at work, or just enjoy a relaxing evening with their loved ones. Why not continue that tradition during SRW? Bell + Whete European Kitchen + Lounge’s European-inspired SRW dinner menu includes creamy Parsnip Soup with beetroot, caraway and vanilla, Shaved Winter Squashes with spiced farmer’s cheese, Wild Salmon marinated with preserved lemon chermoula, chunky Vegetable Stew, Poached Pear with banana caramel and milk crumble, and more. And don’t forget to pair your SRW dinner with one of their 60+ beers on tap, 100 gins and whiskies, or 30+ wines by the glass.

Don’t miss the chance to savor these restaurants’ special SRW menus for as little as $15 per person October 18-22 and October 25-29. For a full list of participating restaurants, visit the SRW website and for year-round updates and food-spiration, follow SRW on Facebook and Twitter. And don’t forget to follow along online using #SeattleRestaurantWeek or #SRW when posting your food and drink pics during SRW!

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1st Anniversary Bash at Bell + Whete! 08.24.15

To celebrate its first year in Belltown, Bell + Whete European Kitchen + Lounge has a day of festivities planned for guests this Saturday, from doggie happy hours to live music, complimentary appetizers and beverage tastings. As well as their regular full dinner menu, 60+ beers on tap, and an extensive list of gins and whiskies.

Join the free festivities on Saturday, August 29 starting at 2 p.m.!

Bell + Whete is located at 200 Bell Street in Belltown and festivities include the following:

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Bell + Whete Launches Stein Society! 08.07.15

Bell + Whete European Kitchen + Lounge in Belltown has just launched a beer club called Stein Society! Whether you consider yourself a connoisseur or just a loving fan of the sudsy brew and want to be apart of a beer-loving community, Bell + Whete invites you to join the Stein Society.

Bell + Whete offers 60+ local and international beers on tap as well as hard to find bottled beers. Stein Society opens the door for local beer fans, connoisseurs and novices to get together to talk beer, share a mug, and learn more about new, interesting and international beers. By joining, you will be the first to try new varieties, discover old favorites and explore up and coming beer trends.

Receive a personalized stein with your name, $1 off all beers, special event invites, and more when you sign up!

Membership Details
Pay a one-time fee of $49.99 and receive:

– Personalized 17oz. stein with name and mug number printed on it. Bell + Whete will store steins safely inside the bar for you to use and enjoy every time you come in.
– $1 off any beer purchase using the mug.
– First rights to Bell + Whete events and promotions.
– Special Stein Society parties.
– Exclusive brewmaster dinners.
– Discounts on regular Bell + Whete beer events + dinners.
– First tastes of unique and/or new beers.

Full membership details online here.

Membership is limited to the first 75 members so make sure to stop by Bell + Whete to secure yours! Located at 200 Bell Street in Seattle’s Belltown neighborhood. Visit today and follow along on Twitter, Instagram or Facebook to learn more!

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Spoil Mom with Mother’s Day Brunch, Lunch or Dinner! 04.30.15

There are plenty of options to make every mom feel special this Mother’s Day as local restaurants prepare specialty menus for the May 10 holiday. From savory, hearty dishes to sweet treats and vegetarian-friendly meals, mom can enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner at some of Seattle’s finest restaurants.

Bell + Whete European Kitchen + Lounge
Bell + Whete European Kitchen + Lounge is known for its modern interpretation of old-world, Norman-inspired dishes, from traditional favorites to new and surprising options that will intrigue and satisfy mom.

Special brunch items include Warm Asparagus + Dungeness Crab Salad with slow poached egg, hollandaise, grapefruit; Lemon Ricotta Crepes with blueberries and brown sugar walnut crumble; and a Mimosa Flight-three for $12 featuring sparkling wine with seasonal mixers.

Dinner offers their regular menu plus Bell + Whete’s Sunday Pig Roast. $26 per person includes: whole young Heritage Meats roasted pig, salt roasted potatoes, spring asparagus, citrus chili garlic drippings and housemade Bannock bread, served on a wooden board for family style or individual servings.

Weekend brunch is served from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dinner begins at 4 p.m. and the pig roast is served from 5 p.m. until they run out. The full menu can be found here. Reservations can be made here or by calling 206.538.0180. Bell + Whete European Kitchen + Lounge is located in Belltown at 200 Bell Street, Seattle.

Local 360 Cafe & Bar
Only the freshest, local ingredients can be found at Local 360 Cafe & Bar, ensuring a Mother’s Day brunch that’s sure to please locals and out-of-town guests alike.

Mother’s Day brunch specials include Strawberry Rhubarb Waffles with Pok Pok apple curd, Baked Duck Eggs with asparagus, morels and Fincchiona salami; and a Rose flight for $12.

Weekend brunch is served from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The full brunch menu can be found here. For reservations click here or call 206.441.9360. Local 360 Cafe & Bar is located in Belltown at 2234 1st Avenue, Seattle.

Ray’s Boathouse & Café
Celebrate mom with one of the best views in Seattle at Ray’s Boathouse & Café. Enjoy their Mother’s Day buffet brunch in the Café or choose to dine in the Boathouse for a special à la carte brunch menu. Both the Cafè and Boathouse will serve regular dinner menus. Fresh, local seafood and rich, flavorful dishes cover the extensive menus.

Boathouse brunch menu includes: Ray’s Benedict with Dungeness crab meat, baby arugula, poached eggs, hollandaise and roasted red potatoes; Sirloin + Eggs with Apple wood grilled sirloin, over easy eggs, roasted potatoes and arugula salad; and Frittata with eggs, asparagus, bell pepper, zucchini, aged cheddar, arugula salad, roasted red potatoes. The Boathouse will also be serving assorted appetizers, fresh local seafood and chef specialties.

Ray’s Café buffet menu features Brioche French Toast, Scrambled Eggs, Fennel-Mushroom Hash with new potatoes and herbs, House Smoked Wild Alaskan Salmon with ginger-peach chutney, Fennel Dusted Ling Cod, Bay Shrimp Mac n’ Cheese, Penn Cove Manila Clams with white wine, garlic and butter, Sautéed Prawns, and assorted house made desserts and pastries.

The Boathouse will be open for an à la carte brunch including a full children’s menu from 9:30 a.m. until 3 p.m., and will serve dinner from 3-9 p.m. The Café will serve its brunch buffet from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. with the last seating at 2 p.m.; $45 for adults and $20 for children five to 11 years of age (children under age five eat free). The Café will serve its regular dinner menu from 3-9 p.m.

Reservations are strongly recommended for both locations. For Boathouse reservations call 206.789.3770 or click here. For Café reservations call 206.782.0094 or click here. Ray’s Boathouse & Café are located just outside Ballard at 6049 Seaview Avenue Northwest, Seattle. Mother’s Day menus can be found here. Ray’s Boathouse and Café are located in Ballard at 6049 Seaview Avenue Northwest, Seattle.

Cafe Flora
Cafe Flora has a beautiful three-course vegetarian and vegan brunch menu that is perfect for those looking for a healthy and hearty Mother’s Day meal; and kids will enjoy their own three-course menu.

Start with Tropical Berry Salad and Bergamot Cardamom Beignets with bergamot meyer lemon curd, and lavender sugar (available vegan and gluten free); choose a main course including Spanish Tortilla with new potato and sweet onion omelet, nasturtium chimichurri, lime crème fraiche, carrot reduction and tom thumb lettuce salad (gluten free); and end with dessert including Rhubarb Pistachio Entremet with lemon almond sponge, rhubarb gelee, white chocolate hazelnut crunch, vanilla mousse and pistachio macaron.

A special kids menu includes starter of Tropical Berry Salad with fresh berries, papaya, mango and passion fruit; Chocolate Strawberry Banana French Toast or Egg or Tofu Scramble with cheddar cheese, crispy potatoes and fresh fruit (both available vegan and gluten free, nut free); and Heart Shaped Strawberry Sundae with vanilla ice cream, chocolate heart, strawberries and hot fudge (vegan, gluten free and nut free).

Sunday brunch is served from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Main brunch menu is $35 and kids menu is $15. The full menu can be found here. Reservations are required for all parties and can be made by calling 206.325.9100. Cafe Flora is located at 2901 E. Madison St., Seattle.

Volterra
Volterra is offering a Tuscan-inspired Mother’s Day brunch menu with deliciously fragrant flavors from Italy imported by Chef Don Curtiss and combined with ingredients that make the Pacific Northwest so unique.

Treat mom to a brunch including Chestnut Pancakes with buckwheat and chestnut flour pancakes, sautéed apples, chestnut flavored mascarpone and powdered sugar; Wild Mushroom Scramble with locally harvested wild mushrooms, eggs, Fontina, arugula and white truffle oil served with Volterra hash browns; and Milano! Milano! with savory herb bread pudding, eggs, asparagus tips and smoked Gouda cream. The full menu can be found here.

Volterra is open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Mother’s Day. For reservations click here or call 206.789.5100. Volterra Ballard is located at 5411 Ballard Avenue NW. Kirkland location will also be offering Mother’s Day brunch.

Golden Beetle
Golden Beetle the Mediterranean-inspired restaurant from Chef Maria Hines features a special three-course brunch menu perfect for Mother’s Day. Local ingredients and bold flavors and spices from the Eastern Mediterranean are combined to create one-of-a-kind dishes.

Three-course menu options include Arabic Egg with potato latka, asparagus and merguez; Spring Onion & Wild Mushroom Scramble with herbed feta, harissa aioli, and beef fat potato; and Warm Brioche Bread Pudding with crème anglaise, espresso caramel, and cocoa nibs.

Brunch is $25 per person for the three-course menu. Extended brunch hours run from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Children may order brunch items a la carte. For reservations, click here or call 206.706.2977. Golden Beetle is located in Ballard at 1744 NW Market Street, Seattle.

Sushi Kappo Tamura
Partake in fresh, sustainable sushi, seafood, and other Japanese dishes for a special Mother’s Day lunch at Sushi Kappo Tamura. Chef Taichi knows how to pick his fish, so treat mom to some of the best seafood in the northwest with authentic Japanese preparation.

Lunch items include Skagit River Ranch Wagyu beef konabe; Chef’s Choice Sashimi; Takiawase with satoimo, kabocha, prawn, hirouse and snow pea; Shiraae with asparagus, red crab and shimeji; Daikon lemonzuke; Chawanmushi with jidori eggs, Neah Bay black cod and Alaskan red crab; Fraser River Sockeye topped with Puget Sound Ikura.

Mom’s will also get a special treat for dessert with the debut of house made Matcha ice cream parfait.

Drinks specially designed for mom include Pear Mimosa; Hendrick’s Gin and Freshly Muddled Cucumber with a dash of St. Germain; and non-alcoholic choices such as Yuzu Honey Iced Black Tea and Strawberry Calpico Soda.

Lunch is $50 for adults and $22 for children 12 and under. For reservations, click here or call 206.547.0937. Sushi Kappo Tamura is located in Eastlake at 2968 Eastlake Avenue East, Seattle.

Agrodolce
James Beard Award-winning Chef Maria Hines has prepared a Sicilian Mother’s Day brunch for Agrodolce. Featuring several options under each of the three courses, this menu has something for every palate.

First choice options include Citrus Fruit Plate with grapefruit brulee, greek yogurt, cocoa nib granola; Spicy Greens Salad with toasted almond, creamy pecorino and oregano vinaigrette; Savory Scone provolone picante, spicy salami, oregano. Second choice options include Spring Hash featuring lamb sausage, spring vegetables, sunny side up egg; Asparagus Omelet with morels, mama lil’s coulis, crème fraiche; Cured Salmon Benedict featuring root vegetable cake, arugula hollandaise, salmon roe. Finish brunch with a choice of Mini Waffle topped with rhubarb compote, orange syrup, chantilly; Focaccia French Toast Bites with espresso syrup, seasonal fruit coulis or Limoncello Sorbetto with candied fennel, toasted hazelnut.

The three-course prix-fixe brunch is $25 per person. Extended brunch hours run from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Children may order menu items a la carte. For reservations, click here or call 206.547.9707. Agrodolce is located in Fremont at 709 N. 35th Street, Seattle.

Tilth
Chef Maria Hines has created a special three-course prix fixe for Mother’s Day at Tilth. Enjoy brunch in the intimate craftsman house or on their garden patio. Organic and locally sourced ingredients along with friendly staff that treat guests like family creates a welcoming Mother’s Day setting.

The menu includes Coffee Roasted Celery Root Salad with baby lettuces, Holmquist hazelnuts and maple vinaigrette; brunch favorite Cheddar Biscuits and Smoked Chicken Gravy with Washington chicken, fried egg and preserved lemon; and House Made Sourdough Waffle with maple butter, apple compote and candied pecan. The full menu can be found here.

Extended brunch hours will be from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Brunch is $30 per person for the three-course prix-fixe. Children may order menu items a la carte. Reservations can be made here or by calling 206.633.0801. Tilth is located in Wallingford at 1411 N 45th Street, Seattle.

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